In gas measurement applications, a Coriolis sensor's flow diameter will typically be one cor more pipe sizes smaller than the upstream and downstream piping to which -it is connected, requiring the use of reducers and expanders in the design. Excessive lengths of small diameter pipe, rapid flow diameter reductions, rapid changes in flow direction (tees, short radius elbows, etc.) can adversely affect piping pressure drop. The designer should employ conservative piping design techniques when the magnitude of pressure drop is of concern in a particular application. Figure 8.2 shows an example of a Coriolis meter installation where conservative piping design is employed to reduce operating pressure drop. 8.2.2 8.2.3 824 se - =m i Installation Example Minimizing Operating Pressure Drop Flow Direction For bi-directional flow applications, both ends of the sensor shall be considered “upstream,” particularly ifthe sensor is sensitive to velocity profile distortion effects. Protrusions Changes in internal diameter, protrusions and misaligned flanges shall be avoided on meter modules when the sensor is sensitive to velocity profile distortion effects. Meter Mounting ‘The manufacturer shall be consulted for specific mounting requirements. Proper mounting of the sensor is required to achieve the desired meter performance. Consideration shall be given to the support of the sensor and the alignment of the inlet and outlet flanges with the sensor. A pipe spool piece should be used in place of the ‘meter to align the upstream and downstream piping during the construction phase. Piping should meet the requirements of typical industry piping codes. Meler performance, specifically zero stability, can be adversely affected by axial, bending and torsion stresses from pressure, weight, and thermal effects. Utilizing properly aligned pipe-work and properly designed supports can minimize these stresses and associated loads. ar nN 05 a z 2 t 3 3 Jolog uoswo4 fa (0su909) ¥omoU) 1uowoBeuEyy $590014 LOSIOU 01 posuo™ ‘yo30}4 ower J08n pezuOWINE Ka O0SO- 10:L0'P1 22-60-6102 UO popeO|UMOP Ado SIU “(WICD IBBAIYOOT MAN) “SUL